Procurement Category Specialist

Job title:-  Procurement Category Specialist
Location:- Tampa , FL 33607
Duration:- 12 Months
 
Position Concept

• Provide analytical and administrative support for category management and sourcing activities.
• Assist in preparing sourcing events, analyzing supplier proposals, and maintaining accurate procurement data.

 
Primary Duties Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze spend data, supplier metrics, market trends
• Prepare reports and dashboards
• Assist in drafting RFQs/RFPs and bid packages
• Maintain contract records and process amendments
• Support day-to-day supplier communication
• Verify supplier compliance and maintain audit-ready documentation
• Identify opportunities to streamline data management and reporting
• Escalate complex problems to Category Specialist or Manager
   

Supervision

• Direct Supervision: None
• Indirect Supervision: Cross-functional teams, contractors, suppliers
   

Relationships

• Key Internal: Category Managers, Specialists, Engineering, Operations
• Key External: Suppliers, Contractors
   

Qualifications
Education

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related field
• Preferred: Specify if applicable
   

Licenses/Certifications

• Required: Specify if applicable
• Preferred: CPSM, CIPS, or working toward certification
   

Experience

• Required: 3 years of procurement or supply chain experience
• Preferred: Experience with eSourcing tools
   

Supervisory Experience

• Required: Specify if applicable
• Preferred: Optional
   

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA)

• Required: Analytical and Excel skills, familiarity with ERP systems, detail-oriented, organizational and communication skills
• Preferred: Basic understanding of procurement regulations and contract terms
   

Leadership Competencies

• Speaks up on Safety, Health and the Environment
• Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Builds Strong, Collaborative Relationships
• Develops People and Teams
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
• Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgment
   

Working Conditions

• Office environment; meetings in various locations; occasional overtime/weekend/on-call support
   

Physical Demands/Requirements

• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle safely; walk, stand, or sit for extended periods; normal working conditions with occasional weekend and overtime requirements